Museum Collections
Luce Center
Shoe buckle in envelope
Object Number:
1921.29a
Date:
1750-1800
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 5/8 x 2 1/8 in. ( 1.6 x 5.4 cm )
Description:
Brass shoe buckle; pierced, rounded rectangular frame with beaded and floral designs at corners.
Gallery Label:
This buckle was found in 1920 during subway excavations at Broad and Front Streets in lower Manhattan.
Credit Line:
Gift of Maurice Blumenthal
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.